Trainee Freight Forwarder
CV-LibraryWoodford Green, LondonpermanentPosted: 1 May 2026
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Location: Woodford Green, East London
Salary: £24,000
Full Time Position - Office Based
The Opportunity
A fantastic entry-level opportunity to launch your career in international freight forwarding with a fast-growing UK logistics business specialising in global transport solutions.
We are seeking a bright, curious and proactive graduate to join a specialist operational team. This is a hands-on role where you'll gain exposure to end-to-end freight operations, compliance, and customer coordination within a high-performing and supportive environment.
The Role
You will work within the operational team supporting the movement of international cargo, with full training provided. Key responsibilities include:
Preparing shipping documentation (Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists)
Supporting export/import compliance and customs requirements
Assisting with container bookings and shipment coordination
Monitoring schedules, cut-offs and cargo movements
Liaising with customers, suppliers, shipping lines and hauliers
Supporting issue resolution and process improvements
Job Requirements
No industry experience required - just a genuine interest in logistics and operations
Strong communication and organisation skills
Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proactive, inquisitive mindset - you ask "why", not just "how"
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail-driven environmentWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Location: Woodford Green, East London
Salary: £24,000
Full Time Position - Office Based
The Opportunity
A fantastic entry-level opportunity to launch your career in international freight forwarding with a fast-growing UK logistics business specialising in global transport solutions.
We are seeking a bright, curious and proactive graduate to join a specialist operational team. This is a hands-on role where you'll gain exposure to end-to-end freight operations, compliance, and customer coordination within a high-performing and supportive environment.
The Role
You will work within the operational team supporting the movement of international cargo, with full training provided. Key responsibilities include:
Preparing shipping documentation (Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists)
Supporting export/import compliance and customs requirements
Assisting with container bookings and shipment coordination
Monitoring schedules, cut-offs and cargo movements
Liaising with customers, suppliers, shipping lines and hauliers
Supporting issue resolution and process improvements
Job Requirements
No industry experience required - just a genuine interest in logistics and operations
Strong communication and organisation skills
Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Proactive, inquisitive mindset - you ask "why", not just "how"
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail-driven environmentWR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy